Universities are the highest learning institutions in Kenya and the World over. They offer training majorly in undegraduate and Post Graduate Studies. In Kenya, the Courses offered in the Universities must be accredited by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Services, KUCCPS. It is the same body that selects and places students to higher learning institutions; Universities, Colleges and Polytechnics. To qualify for University placement one must attain the minimum set Mean grade and particular course requirements. Each Course offered at particular university has its own cluster cut off points, though. Most university courses take a minimum of 4 years; while, some take even more. An academic year at the university takes two semesters of three months each. University students get fees loans from various organizations. Top on the list is the Higher Education Loans Board, HELB, that advances both loans and Bursaries.
Universities run online platforms; portals and websites, where such services as admission application, online accommodation booking, E-learning, exams results downloads and many are provided to students, staff and the general public. On admissions, most universities have admissions in May and September for new students. Various learning modules are provided at the universities. These learning modules include: Full time, School Based, Distance Learning, Evening & Weekend classes and E-Learning.
Bachelor of Education Course Requirements:
University of Embu Academic Programmes
The University of Embu is a Public University. It is located along the Meru-Nairobi Highway, five kilometers from Embu town. These are the Academic Programmes offered at the University:School of Pure and Applied Sciences Academic Programmes
- PhD in Entomology
- PhD in Plant Ecology
- PhD in Fisheries
- PhD in Genetics
- PhD in Computer Science /Information Systems
- PhD in Chemistry
- MSc. in Applied Microbiology
- MSc. in Plant Ecology
- MSc. in Genetics
- MSc. in Entomology
- MSc. in Chemistry
- MSc. in Physics
- MSc. in Hydrobiology
- MSc. in Statistics
- MSc. in Applied Mathematics
- MSc. in Pure Mathematics
- MSc. in Computer Science
- BSc. in Computer Science
- BSc. in Physics
- BSc. in Analytical Chemistry
- BSc. in Industrial Chemistry
- BSc. in Biogeochemistry
- Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
- BSc. in Statistics
- Bachelor of Science (BSc.)
- BSc. in Biology
- BSc. in Microbiology and Biotechnology
- BSc. in Environmental Conservation and Natural Resource
- BSc. in Environmental Sciences
- BSc. in Information Technology
- Diploma in information Technology
- Certificate in Computer & Portable Devices
- Certificate in Computer Repair & Maintenance
- Certificate in Computer Applications
- PhD in Physics
- Master of Science in Applied Parasitology
- Master of Science in Biology of Conservation
- Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Parasitology
- Doctor of Philosophy in Biology of Conservation
- Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Microbiology
School of Business and Economics Academic Programmes
- Ph.D. in Business Administration
- Master of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Economics
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Economics and Statistics
- Bachelor of Purchasing & Supplies Management
- Bachelor of Science in Finance
- Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies
- Certificate in Purchasing & Supplies
- CPA Part 1, Section 1 & 2
- CPA Part 2, Section 3 & 4
- CPA Part 3, Section 5 & 6
- Accounting Technicians Diploma Level I, II & III
School of Agriculture Academic Programmes
- Ph.D. in Crop Protection
- Ph.D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding
- Ph.D. in Biotechnology
- Ph.D. in Agronomy
- Ph.D. in Horticulture
- Ph.D. in Land and Water Management
- Ph.D. in Soil Science
- Ph.D. in Agroforestry
- Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics
- Ph.D. in Management of Agro-ecosystems and Environment
- MSc. in Agricultural Resource Management
- MSc. in Agroforestry
- MSc. in Crop Protection
- MSc. in Biotechnology and Plant Breeding
- MSc. in Agronomy
- MSc. in Horticulture
- MSc. in Soil Science
- MSc. in Range Management
- MSc. in Land & water Management
- MSc. in Agro Ecosystems Management
- BSc. in Agriculture
- BSc. in Agriculture Education & Extension
- BSc. in Water Resource Management
- BSc. in Management of Agro-Ecosystems and Environment
- BSc. in Horticulture
- BSc. in Agricultural Biotechnology
- BSc. in Animal Science and Production
- BSc. in Agricultural Economics
- BSc. in Agribusiness Management
- BSc. in Range Management
- Diploma in Crop Protection
- Proficiency course in seed technology
- Proficiency course in tissue culture
- Proficiency course in banana husbandry
- Certificate in Smallholder Irrigation & Water Management
- Certificate in Farm Fertility Management
- Certificate in Agribusiness Management
- Certificate in Seed Technology
- Ph.D. in Agricultural Resource Management
School of Education & Social Sciences Academic Programmes
- Ph.D. in Educational Administration & Planning
- Master of Education in Educational Foundations
- Master of Education in Educational Administration & Planning
- Master of Education in Curriculum Studies
- Master of Arts in Linguistics
- Master of Arts in Kiswahili
- Master of Arts in Literature
- B.Ed. Science
- B.Ed. Arts
- Bachelor Criminology & Security Studies
- Bachelor of Library and Information Science
- Content Enhancement in Science Subjects
- Content Enhancement in Art Subjects
- Diploma in Records and Archives Management
- Diploma in library and information science
School of Nursing Academic Programmes
- Mean grade C+ (Plus) at KCSE and at least C+ in each of the two teaching subjects,
- 2 principal passes at A’Level and 1 subsidiary in relevant subjects,
- Diploma in Education (May be exempted in relevant units).
- P1 teachers must have scored C+ at KCSE to qualify.
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- CLUSTER SUBJECT 1 ENG
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 2 MAT A / MAT B / BIO / PHY / CHE / BIO / GSC
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 3 BIO / CHE / PHY / BIO / GSC / HAG / GEO / CRE / IRE / HRE
- CLUSTER SUBJECT 4 KIS / BIO / PHY / CHE / BIO / GSC / HSC / ARD / AGR / WW / MW / BC / PM / ECT / DRD / AVT / CMP / FRE / GER / ARB / KSL / MUC / BST NOTE: A subject may only be considered ONCE in this section
- SUBJECT 1: ENG; C
- SUBJECT 2: MAT A / MAT B; C
- SUBJECT 3: BIO / PHY / CHE / PSC / BSC / BIO / GSC: C+
- Mean grade C+ (plus) at KCSE and at least C+ in each of the two teaching subjects chosen,
- 2 Principal passes at A’ Level and 1 Subsidiary in relevant subjects,
- Diploma in Education.
- P1 teachers must have scored a mean grade of C+ at KCSE with at least C+ in two teaching subjects chosen.
- Mean grade of C+(Plus) at KCSE with at least C (Plain) in Mathematics and C+ in each of the two teaching subjects or 2 Principal passes and 1 Subsidiary pass at A’ Level in Mathematics,
- Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Diploma in Education.
